Early Childhood Teacher Assistant — Inspire Learning & Growth

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Muleshoe (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is seeking a Teacher Assistant to partner with the Teacher in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate care for children ages 3-5 within the CPLC ECD Program.

This role supports family engagement, adheres to Head Start standards, and helps ensure a safe, nurturing classroom environment. The position requires related credentials or enrollment in a CDA program, a high school diploma, and minimum 6 months of experience in early childhood development,

Qualifications

• CDA or state credential or higher meets USA standards for Texas centers.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months experience in an early childhood development setting.
• At least 12 college credits, including 6 in ECD or related field.
• Must enroll in CDA credential program to complete within 1 year of hire.
• Education from outside the USA must be evaluated for equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing the classroom-learning environment to promote school readiness.
• Support children ages 3-5 in a center-based classroom per guidance from the teacher.
• Follow health and safety regulations and Head Start standards.
• Supervise children by sight and sound in all environments.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support child development.

Skills

Computer literacy

Bilingual Spanish/English

Early childhood experience

Education

High School Diploma

12 college credits in ECD or related field

CDA or state credential

Enrolled in CDA program to complete within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Web-based systems

Job description

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is seeking a Teacher Assistant to partner with the Teacher in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate care for children ages 3-5 within the CPLC ECD Program.

This role supports family engagement, adheres to Head Start standards, and helps ensure a safe, nurturing classroom environment. The position requires related credentials or enrollment in a CDA program, a high school diploma, and minimum 6 months of experience in early childhood development,